Job Responsibilities
Performs motorist assistance on assigned patrol routes, assisting emergency response agencies during incidents, clearing travel lanes of disabled vehicles and debris, and aiding stranded motorists. Responds to emergency situations deemed necessary. Records Incident Responder response activities from incident scenes and prepares written reports of Responder activities at major incident scenes. Accurately inputs response data into computer database. Performs routine maintenance on and is knowledgeable about the operation, serviceability of vehicles, and accountability of equipment assigned to the Incident Responder team. Responds to tasking to mobilize, set up, perform 90 day PMI's and test variable message boards. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum And Additional Requirements
A high school diploma and six (6) months of related experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Necessary Special Requirement: Employee must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license.
Physical Requirement: The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, grasping and physically manipulating objects of varying size, shape, weight, and material. Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. This position requires corrected 20/20 vision. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. Frequently exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise on a daily basis. Work environment is generally in a truck and in close proximity to heavy and fast-moving traffic.
Additional Comments
Applications accepted on-line at careers.sc.gov. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. Additional questions regarding the application process should be directed to: District 6 HR at 843-740-1665.
Non Discrimination Statement
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
